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    Should I put this in the inspection report?

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    Default Re: 1 inch clearance to combustibles

    That and the improperly connected single wall connector, and that single wall connector requires 6" clearance.

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    Default Re: 1 inch clearance to combustibles

    And the improper use of foil tape on the flue pipe.


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    Default Re: 1 inch clearance to combustibles

    In picture one does anyone know how the water heater exhaust vent should be correctly connected to the furnace exhaust vent?

    Thanks


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    Ryan: preferred practice is to have the water heater connected to the flue using a "Y" fitting to facilitate draft. Nature and physics don't like right angles.


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    Default Re: 1 inch clearance to combustibles

    Quote Originally Posted by Ed Voytovich View Post
    Ryan: preferred practice is to have the water heater connected to the flue using a "Y" fitting to facilitate draft. Nature and physics don't like right angles.
    Really, you're not required to provide (and should not provide) a fix, repair or recommendation regarding how something is done or its repair (even if you're an expert in that feild). Just noting the condition in your report and why it is a deficiency and a reference to the properly qualified individuals who are licensed or certified to do the repairs. Note that if you prescribe a fix and are wrong, even a little, the client can come back to you legally.


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